The ultimate collection of the most pivotal battles of World War II
This gripping documentary of the 20th century's most terrible conflict combines film footage from news services military archivists and ministries of propaganda to bring the war vividly to life. With knowledgeable narration from Patrick Allen this is a one volume of the definitive DVD collection of World War 2.
On September 30th 1955 James Dean was only 24 years of age when he was killed in an automobile accident but today he is still revered as an icon of Fifties style. This film traces his life fro the early years in Indiana up to his finest hour in the movie 'Rebel Without A Cause'.
The Pyramid Code is a series of five programmes that explore the pyramid fields and ancient temples in Egypt and ancient megalithic sites around the world looking for clues of sophisticated technology. The series is based on the extensive research done in Egypt and around the world by Dr Carmen Boulter of the University of Calgary. The Pyramid Code features interviews with geologists physicists archaeologists engineers and authors and explores the following question: Who were the ancients and what did they know? Could the pyramids be much older than traditional Egyptology would have us believe? Could it be that the ancients were more technologically advanced than we are today? Why do we have so little understanding of the ancient Egyptians?
Best Of Modern Drummer Festival: 1997 - 2006 (2Discs)
British Art has a colourful and unique history. This series takes a refreshing look at the genius of British art through the eyes of contemporary arts commentators. The presenters - including David Starkey Gus Casely Hayford Roy Strong Howard Jacobson Jon Snow and Janet Street-Porter - bring their individual expertise to bear on key areas of British painting through the ages. Tackling monarchy class landscape sex war and modern art this series adds a whole new level of understanding to the history of art.
The full story of the dramatic long-awaited rescue of the 33 Chilean miners, trapped 700 metres underground for 68 to 69 days. The programme features news footage and interviews. This one-hour special entitled Chilean Miners Rescue, will feature exclusive interviews with the director of the rescue operation, the families of the miners, key crew members, medical personnel and the brave rescuers themselves.For this thrilling and not-to-be-missed special, Discovery Channel, which reaches nearly 400 million subscribers around the globe, has gained unprecedented access to: The room set aside for reunions between rescued miners and their families Andre Sougarett, head of the rescue operation The workings of the three drilling machines used in the rescue operation The engineers and technicians in charge of each of the three rescue plans (Plans A, B and C) and the drilling machines The “control room” where daily planning meetings took place Medical teams, including Dr. Jean Romagnoli, one of the health experts who kept the miners alive through their ordeal Interviews with one of the heroic rescuers who descended into the mine during the final phase of the operation to show the miners how to use the escape capsule.
The story of Triumph and the hundred years of highs and lows since their first motorcycle was produced in 1902.
Tony Palmer's film about the legendary violinist Ivry Gitlis, who has been at the top of his profession for over sixty years. Probably the last of a great tradition, he is both our link to the past and our guide for the future. For most musicians, he is the violinist.
'The Time Of Your Life' Series brings an exclusively commissioned documentary featuring the news events personalities and music of the year in question. Take a look back at what happened in the year you were born or simply look back through history enjoying the events that shaped a particular year. In each edition there is a special feature with bonus material covering the classic music movies and television from the period.
Pablo Francisco, one of the most popular touring comedians worldwide, is back with his all new comedy concert, They Put It Out There. Following the enormous success of his last stand-up special, Ouch!, Pablo once again weaves together his arsenal of characters, spontaneous outbursts, and clever insights to create a stand-up show that more resembles an hour-long comedic jazz riff. They Put It Out There is a hilarious off-the-wall event that points out the absurdity in an illogical, pop-culture obsessed world as only Pablo can share.
Titles Comprise: Off The Grid: After over 50 years making the world's finest ski and snowboard movies Warren Miller decides it's time to get Off The Grid. Everest - Beyond The Limit: Follow a group of extraordinary individuals as they embark on an epic journey that will push them to the absolute limit in some of the most extreme conditions known to man. Step Into Liquid: Award-winning record-breaking and breathtaking not much more needs to be said about this modern surfing classic. Swimming With Giants: Documentary maker Monty Hall takes us into the depths for this stunning look at the sea's largest inhabitants. One Step Beyond: Barn Margera and Tony Hawk head up the star-studded cast of this groundbreaking skateboard feature. Long Way Down: Join Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman as they saddle up once more taking us from John O'Groats to Cape Town. Endless Summer: The film that brought surfing to the masses. 1964's stunning look at the lives of a few who cast aside day to day life in search of waves and their own Endless Summer Odd Man Out: Follow 5 friends on a snowboarding trip through Europe with an amazing soundtrack featuring music from Oasis Swervedriver Ned's Atomic Dustbin & more.
The notion that oil motivates America's military engagements in the Middle East has long been dismissed as nonsense or mere conspiracy theory. Blood and Oil based on the critically acclaimed work of Nation magazine defense correspondent Michael T. Klare challenges this conventional wisdom to correct the historical record. The film unearths declassified documents and highlights forgotten passages in prominent presidential doctrines to show how concerns about oil have been at the core of American foreign policy for more that 60 years - rendering US contemporary energy and military policies virtually indistinguishable. Blood and Oil calls for a radical re-thing of US and Western energy policy warning that unless there is a change in direction America stands to be drawn into one oil war after another as the global hunt for diminishing world petroleum supplies accelerates.
Railways have operated on the Isle of Wight for more than a century. Victorian Edwardian and more recent engines have all been restored with todays passenger's travelling in stylish carriages. For the dedicated steam enthusiast or the captivated visitor alike the magic of this line is unforgettable.
The world's most dangerous virus is about to end the human race. Before the earth is going to be destroyed only one woman can save the world.
Military Aircraft Of The 20th Century is a series of programmes featuring the aircraft that had the most significant impact on the numerous military conflicts during the last century. Bombers played a major role in World War II and they are the central feature of this programme which looks at, amongst others, the JU-87 ‘Stuka’, theHeinkeI HE-III, the Lancaster, the Mitsubishi Gi M, the B-17 and the Mosquito - plus the last mission of the Memphis Belle.
Porsche - One of the most legendary sports cars ever created - Porsche - has become the worldwide benchmark of sports car performance and styling. With a new SUV in its line-up, Porsche is no longer just a sports car, but it's still performance-driven and stylish. Jaguar - In 1961, Jaguar set out to capture the world market with the legendary XKE or E-Type Jag. The Jaguar E-Type stole car lovers' hearts and is still considered to be one of the most romantic roadsters ever produced. Mercedes-Benz - Carl Benz gave the world the first automobile powered by an internal combustion engine. Over one-hundred years later the company bearing his name is still considered to be among the most innovative automobile manufacturers in the world. We'll find out how a company can maintain its status as one of the truly great cars for over 100 years. Rolls-Royce - It is an icon, a symbol of excellence, a symbol of empire. It brings to mind the faded glory of the aristocracy and yet, today's aspirants to wealth and position still seek to own a "Rolls." In this programme we'll see how Rolls Royce Motorcars grew to represent the best in the world. Alfa Romeo - Long before Dustin Hoffman discovered it in the "Graduate" a nascent, Neapolitan entrepreneur, Nicola Romeo had taken over this fledgling auto company and turned it into a racing a sports car legend. In the 1920's and early '30's Enzo Ferrari and his drivers dominated European sports car racing as their lightweight but powerful Alfas tore up the tracks. BMW - BMW started out as a builder of aircraft engines, then motorcycles and finally cars. Its aircraft engines set speed records in the '30's and its sports cars were stylish, elegant and fast. Today, it's clear that this company has carved out a place among the builders of unique and fast vehicles that many say deserve to be called, "The Ultimate Driving Machines."
Featuring the history of the Royal Air Force which first saw life from a combined Army and Navy force. During the Second World War the service came into its own and defended Britain in the skies. The modern day service looks to the Eurofighter taking its place as a major player in the 21st Century.
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